The Workcomp Writer

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In a decision not designated for publication, the Court of Appeals of Virginia held that the state’s Workers’ Compensation Commission is not bound by statutory or common law rules of pleading or evidence, nor by technical rules of practice [ Jenkins v. C & T Durham Trucking Co. 0381-22-1 , 2023 Va. LEXIS 103 (Feb. 14, 2023)]. Im , 263 Va.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 11, 2024

New research commissioned by REC Parenting – an online platform offering paid support to parents and carers – suggests that working dads need greater support in the workplace to successfully juggle all their responsibilities. The post Employers need to offer better support to working dads appeared first on Workplace Insight.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JANUARY 6, 2023

On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) proposed an expansive new rule which would impose a near-complete ban on the use of noncompetes (the “Proposed Rule”) by employers. The Proposed Rule additionally defines other key terms, including “worker,” “employer,” and “employment.” (pp. 109, 214.).

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Workers' Compensation

JULY 11, 2022

50 YEARS AFTER THE NATIONAL COMMISSION: IS THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM SERVING INJURED WORKERS? ET On Monday, July 11, the Department of Labor will host a panel discussion for the 50th anniversary of the National Commission on State Workmen's Compensation Laws. chair of the National Commission; Prof.

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Workers' Compensation

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission has issued guidance for workplaces as a first step toward formulating and approving standards for Workplace Impairment Recognition Expert certifications. New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission issues guidance for workplaces , Workers' Compensation Blog, Sept.

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 10, 2023

While the use of AI tools in the workplace is rapidly increasing, many organisations are lagging in providing guidance and training in the use of these technologies, according to new survey commissioned by Ricoh Europe. However, the adoption of AI is outpacing employers’ implementation of formal policies and procedures.

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Employee Benefits

JANUARY 22, 2024

Facilities management employer Mitie, The Perfume Shop, pharmaceutical firm Thornton and Ross, and insurer NFU Mutual UK have been certified as UK top employers. Created by the Top Employers Institute, the UK top employer accreditation recognises employers’ commitment to HR initiatives and practices.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Jackson Women’s Health Organization, many employers extended travel benefits to women residing in states where abortion or reproductive health procedures may now be unlawful. The post Employers Seek Clarity on Reproductive Healthcare Benefits Litigation Following EEOC Commissioner Filing appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Maneuvering through the tricky terrain that occurs when the injured employee and the employer agree on a “medical only” award, with the employee returning to light work status, but receiving full pay, the Court of Appeals of Virginia held that because Va. The full Commission affirmed, and Walker appealed. Citing Scott v. Scott , 16 Va.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JANUARY 12, 2024

workers struggle with mental health issues and stress, more employers are offering new chatbot apps to help them. A survey this past summer of 457 employers by Willis Towers Watson found that 24% of them offer a “digital therapeutic” for mental health support. As a record amount of U.S.

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BerniePortal

JUNE 2, 2022

Employers, on the other hand, know how complicated payroll can get, especially when it comes to withholding taxes. To employees, payroll may seem pretty straightforward.

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 10, 2024

Using data from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, this law firm ranked which states saw the most charges since 2009.

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HR Digest

APRIL 14, 2023

According to a report by the Australian Human Rights Commission, people with disabilities often face significant barriers when it comes to finding and maintaining employment. These barriers can include a lack of accessibility, discrimination, and negative attitudes from employers and colleagues. for those without disabilities.

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Assurance Agency

OCTOBER 2, 2023

It’s becoming increasingly more common for employers to use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the hiring process. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination by employers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This may result in individual employment claims or class actions.

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The role of employers in supporting employees’ health and wellbeing was brought sharply to the fore this week with the announcement of a new government occupational health taskforce and the publication of guidance around supporting menopause in the workplace. million workers reporting work-related ill-health in 2022-2023.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 28, 2023

Even if they are dismissed as meritless, the employer is often out thousands of dollars as a result. The key for employers is to have policies in place that treat everyone equally in the organization, ensure that certain groups of people are not kept from advancing in their jobs, and ensure a harassment-free workplace.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Fragrance retailer The Perfume Shop has received Top Employer certification due to its approach to strategy, people, policy and practice. Established by the Top Employers Institute, certification is offered based on excellence in people practices.

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The Workcomp Writer

MAY 9, 2023

The Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission found the ex parte contact violated the IME order. It struck the amended report and ordered the Employer and Carrier to pay all costs related to the doctor’s deposition. The Commission also determined the claimant suffered a 40 percent loss of industrial use of his left lower extremity.

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Money Talk

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Below is a discussion of IRAs and details about how they can lower your taxes and provide a retirement savings nest egg: Description - An IRA enables workers with earned income (salary from a job or net earnings from self-employment) to save and invest for retirement. Securities and Exchange Commission website.

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BerniePortal

JUNE 2, 2021

The Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) released updated information called technical assistance that clarifies whether or not employers can provide vaccination incentives for their employees. Read on to find out.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 14, 2023

These attempts are more common than ever, and making a bad situation even worse — courts are increasingly holding employers responsible once there is a hack. The employer was notified of the theft and notified its bank and the FBI. That employees turn over all sorts of personal identifying information to their employers isn’t news.

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Employee Benefits

JUNE 19, 2023

Bristol Airport has become a living wage employer after receiving real living wage accreditation from the Living Wage Foundation. The real living wage is the only UK wage rate based on the actual cost of living and accreditation is awarded to employers who pay their staff this as a minimum by the Living Wage Foundation.

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The Workcomp Writer

APRIL 8, 2024

His injuries, even on the employer’s premises were, therefore, compensable. Following arbitration hearings, the arbitrator found that the claimant failed to meet his burden of proving that he sustained an accident that arose out of and in the course of his employment. His workday as a traveling employee had started.

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Business Management Daily

DECEMBER 19, 2023

When prospecting new employment opportunities, modern job seekers are looking for a lot more than just money. Employment equity is also huge for modern job seekers, as they want the companies they work for to emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). What is equity in the workplace?

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Business Management Daily

JULY 25, 2023

Did your organization recently receive an EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) complaint? That’s why understanding the EEOC complaint process is necessary for any organization, even if you pride yourself on being a staunch equal-opportunity employer. Are you worried about how to handle the process if you do?

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HR Bartender

APRIL 19, 2022

While employers may use the information discovered in a social media screen to make employment-based decisions, they must still adhere to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidance and follow the same pre-adverse and adverse action rules prescribed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

More than a third of British employers have not spoken to their employees about their mental health and wellbeing over the past year, according to research. However, a third of employers have not spoken to their staff about their mental health over the past year.

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Assurance Agency

OCTOBER 2, 2023

It’s becoming increasingly more common for employers to use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the hiring process. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination by employers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This may result in individual employment claims or class actions.

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The Workcomp Writer

MARCH 4, 2024

The court stressed that the special employer had sufficient control over the work of the temporary worker to create an employment relationship between the it and the injured worker. Ultimately, the Arkansas Commission approved a settlement agreement between Ward, the agency, and the agency’s workers’ compensation carrier.

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The Workcomp Writer

AUGUST 29, 2022

Acknowledging that at the time of her injury, the employee was indeed within Ohio’s “zone of employment” and that her injury occurred in the course of her employment, the court found nevertheless, her injury did not arise from her employment. Hinerman worked for the employer at one of its factories. Savant Sys.

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The Workcomp Writer

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

In an unreported opinion, the Appellate Court of Maryland affirmed a Commission decision awarding permanent partial disability benefits to an injured employee in spite of the fact that it was ultimately determined that at the time of her petition for modification, more than five years had passed since her last receipt of benefits [ In re St.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 12, 2023

Fragrance retailer The Perfume Shop has received living wage employer accreditation from the Living Wage Foundation. This is on top of the commission they can earn in key trading periods, with managers participating in an annual bonus scheme to ensure that performance is rewarded. per hour, while those based in London are paid £11.95

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 16, 2023

from £23,680 to £30,000, provides the option of a company car , and abolishes the long-standing commission scheme for the 139 visiting officers within the field operation. after the commission scheme has been consolidated. The deal, which applies to the firm’s 165 field staff, increases starting salaries on average by 9.5%

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HR Digest

AUGUST 25, 2023

By decoding the new EEOC strategic plan, HR leaders can get a better understanding of how the organization aims to address workplace discrimination and promote equal employment opportunities. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) plays a crucial role in enforcing federal laws that prohibit workplace discrimination.

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BerniePortal

APRIL 16, 2024

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final rule on The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). On April 15, 2024, the U.S.

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PayrollOrg

JUNE 30, 2023

On June 29, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) said it will open the 2022 Employer Information Report (EEO-1) Component 1 data collection in the fall.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

For employers, determining the contributions to a workplace pension scheme depends on the pensionable earnings of their employees. Explaining pensionable earnings Pensionable earnings are crucial for employers in determining the amount to be paid into their employees pensions. It encompasses all the additional earnings mentioned above.

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